Sales Associate

Job Title
:
Sales Associate (New Store Opening)

Location
:
Elmont, New York

Hours
:
Full-Time; 40 hours weekly

Reporting
:
Boutique Manager

Pay Rate (Hourly): $18-$20 (Based on experience)

At Monica Vinader, we believe luxury should be empowering, long-lasting and responsibly made. Guided by integrity, craftsmanship and innovation, our goal is to elevate people’s lives by opening access to a more beautiful world. From crafting consciously with recycled precious metals and ethically sourced materials, to designing enduring, versatile pieces made to be layered, loved and lived in every day, we are redefining what modern jewellery can be.

We create jewellery that marks moments, tells stories and becomes part of who you are, all while making responsible luxury more accessible.

• Responsible Jewellery Brand, 2026 – Country & Town House
• Responsible Luxury Business of the Year, 2025 & 2026 – Positive Luxury
• Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces (UK & NI), 2024 – Inspiring Workplaces

With a global footprint across physical retail, e-commerce and trusted partners, we put our community at the heart of everything we do. Proudly female-founded and inclusive, we build meaningful relationships with the people who wear and love our jewellery.

We are looking for a Sales Associate to join us as we continue this journey and help us shape what the future of modern jewellery can and should be.

We have all the makings of an iconic brand - beautiful products that are timeless and designed to last, service that exceeds our customers expectations, a passionate founder that cares deeply about doing what is right and a loyal and growing community who advocate for us.

• Achieve individual sales and KPI targets through delivering exceptional service to customers
• Demonstrate exceptional product knowledge and passion for Monica Vinader values and vision
• Deliver in-store services with confidence (e.g., welding, engraving and monogramming), training provided

• Ensure the team deliver a consistent and exceptional standard of customer service
• Greet all clients with a friendly and welcoming demeanour
• Establish client’s needs, offer guidance and advice
• Maintain high level of customer service at all times
• Ability to train and offer all services consistently (Welding, Engraving and Monogramming)
• Mystery shop reports should not be below 75%
• Manage all customer issues following Monica Vinader company guidelines

• Collect and update customer information to ensure efficient use of client book and accurate data capture
• Develop and maintain client relationships in line with Monica Vinader company guidelines

• Ensure store is kept clean and tidy at all times and that visual merchandising is maintained in accordance with company guidelines
• Ensure the appropriate processing of:
  • Store maintenance and snagging
  • Internal/external transfers
  • Maintaining back stock, trays, packaging and cash desk
  • In-store services (including engraving)
  • Repairs and damages
• Compile and execute all Boutique reports

• Ensure sufficient staff training is carried out prior to staff processing payments
• Process payments, refunds and exchanges accurately following company guidelines
• Open/close/reconcile tills daily investigate any discrepancies fully, report issues to Boutique Manager
• Managing petty cash in absence of Boutique Manager

• Adhere to Monica Vinader Stock Management policy
• Report discrepancy/stock loss incidents to Boutique Manager

• A customer first attitude and a desire to drive sales
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Prepared to go the extra mile to ensure customer expectations are achieved
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Positive, proactive and able to work to direction

• Are hands‑on, solutions-focused, and entrepreneurial
• Collaborate openly with humility, honesty, and humour
• Embrace learning, teaching, and personal growth
• Stay resilient, adaptable, and self‑motivated in a creative environment
• Spe…